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James Bond 007: Octopussy (1983)
James Bond 007: Octopussy (1983)

Despite a few dreadful missteps, still a rollicking adventure.

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Review: When Marnie Was There (2014)
Review: When Marnie Was There (2014)

A profound, melancholy depiction of adolescent self-loathing.

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James Bond 007: For Your Eyes Only (1981)
James Bond 007: For Your Eyes Only (1981)

As restrained as Roger Moore Bond films get.

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James Bond 007: Moonraker (1979)
James Bond 007: Moonraker (1979)

This maligned Roger Moore Bond film is equal parts silly and exciting.

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Review: Jurassic World (2015)
Review: Jurassic World (2015)

Successes and blunders in this franchise revival.

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James Bond 007: The Man with the Golden Gun (1974)
James Bond 007: The Man with the Golden Gun (1974)

Never capitalizes on Christopher Lee's great villain.

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